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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current facilities & operations of orchid/bromeliad tissue culture lab
- Develop written plan of proposed changes/suggestions
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in tissue culture
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current facilities & operations of orchid/bromeliad tissue culture lab
- Develop written plan of proposed changes/suggestions
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in tissue culture
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current practices of shade grown organic coffee production
- Develop plan to increase production
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in shade grown coffee production
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current practices of shade grown organic coffee production
- Develop plan to increase production
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in shade grown coffee production
Price per week: $ 84
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 1 month
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Catalog tree species
- Prepare a report with tree phonologic information
Requirements: Experience in tree phenology
Commitment:: 1 month
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Catalog tree species
- Prepare a report with tree phonologic information
Requirements: Experience in tree phenology
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current milk production facility
- Develop written plan of proposed changes
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in milk production facilities
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current milk production facility
- Develop written plan of proposed changes
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in milk production facilities
Price per week: $ 84
Contact:
Yunguilla
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Yunguilla
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 1 month
Type of position:: Office position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review all current procedures
- Develop plan to include suggestions on relational database, arc information, arc view
Requirements: Experience in GIS technology
Commitment:: 1 month
Type of position:: Office position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review all current procedures
- Develop plan to include suggestions on relational database, arc information, arc view
Requirements: Experience in GIS technology
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Assist in documenting reforestation process
- Assist in developing tree nurseries for reforestation efforts
- Assist in training others to reforest land
Requirements: Forestry experience; must be able to speak Spanish
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Assist in documenting reforestation process
- Assist in developing tree nurseries for reforestation efforts
- Assist in training others to reforest land
Requirements: Forestry experience; must be able to speak Spanish
Price per week: $ 84
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
Send an Email
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current use of resources available
- Seek input from staff
- Develop written plan
- Assist in training new thought processes to put plan into place
Requirements: Experience in resource management
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current use of resources available
- Seek input from staff
- Develop written plan
- Assist in training new thought processes to put plan into place
Requirements: Experience in resource management
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
Send an Email
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review the most current strategic plan developed
- Determine status of projects
- Assign specific tasks & time-line of each objective
- Develop accountability mechanism for projects
Requirements: Experience in strategic planning
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review the most current strategic plan developed
- Determine status of projects
- Assign specific tasks & time-line of each objective
- Develop accountability mechanism for projects
Requirements: Experience in strategic planning
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
Send an Email
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
Send an Email
Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current practices
- Develop marketing plan to include concrete methods of attaining additional marketing avenues
Requirements: Experience in small business development
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current practices
- Develop marketing plan to include concrete methods of attaining additional marketing avenues
Requirements: Experience in small business development
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
Send an Email
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
Send an Email
Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 1 month
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current production practices
- Develop marketing plan to include concrete methods of attaining additional marketing avenues
Requirements: Experience in small business development
Commitment:: 1 month
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current production practices
- Develop marketing plan to include concrete methods of attaining additional marketing avenues
Requirements: Experience in small business development
Price per week: $ 94
Contact:
Yunguilla
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
Send an Email
Yunguilla
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
Send an Email
Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current facilities & operations of the tourist lodge
- Develop written plan of proposed changes
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in eco-friendly processes
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current facilities & operations of the tourist lodge
- Develop written plan of proposed changes
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in eco-friendly processes
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
Send an Email
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
Send an Email
Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current facilities & operations of reserve facilities
- Develop written plan of proposed changes
- Train individuals to put a plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in the hotel and restaurant business
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current facilities & operations of reserve facilities
- Develop written plan of proposed changes
- Train individuals to put a plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in the hotel and restaurant business
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Fundacion Maquipucun
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Fundacion Maquipucun
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Manabi province
Commitment:: 1-3 weeks
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description: We offer a hands-on research experience for students, volunteers and interns to work in the imperiled rainforests of western Ecuador. Our trips take participants from wilderness camping in the jungle to the beaches of the Pacific Ocean, all working on the fascinating world of lizards, snakes and frogs. Our work helps conservation efforts and also allows us to describe new species while we still have the chance.
Requirements: Enthusiasm and a work-ethic are the most important requirements. There are also some more strenuous hikes on difficult terrain, although much of the work is slow-paced. Prices vary with expedition length.
Commitment:: 1-3 weeks
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description: We offer a hands-on research experience for students, volunteers and interns to work in the imperiled rainforests of western Ecuador. Our trips take participants from wilderness camping in the jungle to the beaches of the Pacific Ocean, all working on the fascinating world of lizards, snakes and frogs. Our work helps conservation efforts and also allows us to describe new species while we still have the chance.
Requirements: Enthusiasm and a work-ethic are the most important requirements. There are also some more strenuous hikes on difficult terrain, although much of the work is slow-paced. Prices vary with expedition length.
Price per week: $ 500
Contact:
Reptile Research
Paul Hamilton
Reptile Research is a group of professional naturalists, educators and photographers leading classes and research expeditions in Ecuador and the Desert Southwestern United States.
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Reptile Research
Paul Hamilton
Reptile Research is a group of professional naturalists, educators and photographers leading classes and research expeditions in Ecuador and the Desert Southwestern United States.
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Province:: Manabi province
Commitment:: 1 month
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description:
Learn how to make your own food and live more sustainably!
The course includes theory & practical, visits & videos. Covers
organic farming, permaculture, appropriate technology, bee keeping,
biodynamic farming, urban sustainability and much more. It is great
opportunity to travel, experience a new culture and learn a lot! Other
activities on the farm include chocolate making, freshwater shrimping,
arts & crafts and horse riding. Courses May, August and November.
Requirements: The course wil be in english although some spanish is useful.
Commitment:: 1 month
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description:
Learn how to make your own food and live more sustainably!
The course includes theory & practical, visits & videos. Covers
organic farming, permaculture, appropriate technology, bee keeping,
biodynamic farming, urban sustainability and much more. It is great
opportunity to travel, experience a new culture and learn a lot! Other
activities on the farm include chocolate making, freshwater shrimping,
arts & crafts and horse riding. Courses May, August and November.
Requirements: The course wil be in english although some spanish is useful.
Price per week: $ 300
Contact:
Río Muchacho Farm
Nicola Mears
Our organisation aims to help the local community through education and demonstration of sustainable techniques both at the farm and the local environmental school.
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Río Muchacho Farm
Nicola Mears
Our organisation aims to help the local community through education and demonstration of sustainable techniques both at the farm and the local environmental school.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 3 months commitment
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description:
A biologist/naturalist to accompany groups on jungle tours, giving explanations in English and other languages to group. Small stipend offered.
Requirements: At least basic Spanish required as well as a payment of a registration fee ($75,00)
Commitment:: 3 months commitment
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description:
A biologist/naturalist to accompany groups on jungle tours, giving explanations in English and other languages to group. Small stipend offered.
Requirements: At least basic Spanish required as well as a payment of a registration fee ($75,00)
Price per week: $ 0
Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 3 months commitment
Type of position:: Community development position
Description:
This internship will involve developing educational materials in a variety of areas, such as basic health, nutrition, sanitation, hygiene, watershed management, waste management, recycling, etc. Finished materials will be used in poor urban and rural communities to develop better and sustainable practices.
Requirements: Requires intermediate level of Spanish and the payment of a registration fee ($75,00).
Commitment:: 3 months commitment
Type of position:: Community development position
Description:
This internship will involve developing educational materials in a variety of areas, such as basic health, nutrition, sanitation, hygiene, watershed management, waste management, recycling, etc. Finished materials will be used in poor urban and rural communities to develop better and sustainable practices.
Requirements: Requires intermediate level of Spanish and the payment of a registration fee ($75,00).
Price per week: $ 0
Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Office position
Description:
Requirements: Requires at least basic Spanish and the payment of a registration fee ($75,00)
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Office position
Description:
This office-based internship, offers the opportunity to develop an integrated administrative system for the foundation, from first email enquiries to billing and evaluation of services.
Requirements: Requires at least basic Spanish and the payment of a registration fee ($75,00)
Price per week: $ 0
Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 3 months commitment
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description:
This internship will offer the chance to carry out field-based research on community-based ecotourism projects. The aim is to compile a list of projects with details of their stage of development, plan, facilities, personnel, inhibiting factors, etc.
Requirements: Requires at least intermediate Spanish and the payment of a registration fee ($75,00).
Commitment:: 3 months commitment
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description:
This internship will offer the chance to carry out field-based research on community-based ecotourism projects. The aim is to compile a list of projects with details of their stage of development, plan, facilities, personnel, inhibiting factors, etc.
Requirements: Requires at least intermediate Spanish and the payment of a registration fee ($75,00).
Price per week: $ 0
Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 3 months commitment
Type of position:: Office position
Description: This internship will suit marketing/web management students. It will involve the ongoing development and implementation of a marketing strategy for the foundation and Spanish school, local, international, and web-based.
Requirements: Basic level of Spanish and the payment of a registration fee ($75,00).
Commitment:: 3 months commitment
Type of position:: Office position
Description: This internship will suit marketing/web management students. It will involve the ongoing development and implementation of a marketing strategy for the foundation and Spanish school, local, international, and web-based.
Requirements: Basic level of Spanish and the payment of a registration fee ($75,00).
Price per week: $ 0
Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 3 months commitment
Type of position:: Community development position
Description:
This project is to develop a model for sustainable development that can be used with indigenous communities. The concept is to take an integrated approach to sustainable development across all axes; cultural, environmental, health, education, sanitation, agricultural, and economic, and to create a participatory format through which the community can envision its future and work in a coordinated and integrated fashion towards realizing its plan.
Requirements: Intermediate level of Spanish required as well as payment of a registration fee ($75,00)
Commitment:: 3 months commitment
Type of position:: Community development position
Description:
This project is to develop a model for sustainable development that can be used with indigenous communities. The concept is to take an integrated approach to sustainable development across all axes; cultural, environmental, health, education, sanitation, agricultural, and economic, and to create a participatory format through which the community can envision its future and work in a coordinated and integrated fashion towards realizing its plan.
Requirements: Intermediate level of Spanish required as well as payment of a registration fee ($75,00)
Price per week: $ 0
